Mervin vs Gideon

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Mervin

Boy #2,414 Most Popular 2 Syllables

"marrow of the sea, sea fortress"

Origin: Welsh

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Boy #332 Most Popular 3 Syllables

"great warrior, one who cuts down"

Origin: Hebrew

English Hebrew Jewish Protestant

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Mervin Rank #2,414

Gideon Rank #332

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 vs #2414 for Mervin.

Is Mervin or Gideon more popular?

Gideon is more popular, ranked #332 compared to Mervin at #2414 in the United States.

What do Mervin and Gideon mean?

Mervin means "marrow of the sea, sea fortress" (Welsh origin). Gideon means "great warrior, one who cuts down" (Hebrew origin).

Are Mervin and Gideon boy or girl names?

Mervin is primarily a boy name. Gideon is primarily a boy name.